The Parables of Jesus

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Barb, SFO Mom, tagged me for the Parables Meme. I've been thinking about it. It's tough to pick five favorites. Each time I hear one, I think it's my favorite. But, I've narrowed it down to these most favorites (in no particular order).

Rule: List your 5 favorite Gospel parables, and tag 5 people.

1. The Shepherd and the Sheep Jn 10: 1-16
2. The Sower and the Seed Mk 4:3-8
3. The Prodigal Son Lk 15:11-32
4. Choice of Places at the Table Lk 14: 7-11
5. The Vine and the Branches Jn 15: 1-8

For a good explanation of the parables, as well as a cross-reference of the Gospel parables, go here.

For moms, I highly recommend this book of the Parables by Tomie dePaola. I've had it on my Amazon wishlist for ages, but I just keep reserving it from the library.

I tag Margaret, Matilda, Jennie, Kimberly, and Michelle, but I am very interested in reading all my friends' parable favorites, so leave me a note if you post; I'll link to you.

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